Great selection of books and a friendly, charming shopkeeper!…read more They sell coloring books too if you're looking for an analog activity!

Such a quaint little bookstore! They have a vast selection. The owner, Ben, was very helpful and…read morepleasant to talk to! I probably could have stayed and talked books with him all day! Ben is very knowledgeable and adept at giving recommendations!

You have to search a little for this absolute gem of a store but its worth going in the doors. It…read morehas the Old West feel about it as well it should being housed in a building that was erected some time around the Gold Rush. Dark and fragrant with old Tyme antiques and stacks of rare and collectible books as well as a few newer offerings. I can spend hours here. If you love books and history be sure to find this bookstore in Old Town Nevada City.

The BEST Antique and bookstore in all of the Gold Country. Been owned by the same couple for…read morenearly 30 years, very knowledgeable and super nice. Great little store filled with amazing treasures and an extensive library of old and rare out-of-print books. A MUST TO SEE if traveling through or in the area! They also have more books at a location in Grass Valley called BOOKTOWN BOOKS, a co-op of multi-booksellers selling used and old/rare books under one roof. Visit space #24.

Toad Hall has everything I want in a used bookstore: an abundance of books dating from recent…read morepublications back to the 19th century (many of which are out of print), a surprise around every corner, a knowledgeable staff, and a peaceful environment without noisy kids, people on their phones, etc. Every time I've visited I've left with a stack of treasures. Contrary to what some people have written, I have always found the fellow behind the counter to be helpful and even affable. As for people complaining about the cash-only policy: it's hard enough for used bookstores to survive without also having to give up card vendor fees and losing a percentage on every sale. If you're so keen on recent technology, why don't you just download whatever nonsense it is you want to read onto your Kindle, and leave the used bookstores to customers who appreciate them for what they are?

Incredibly rude. Asked me to leave my bag which also contained my wallet at the front. Instead of a…read morepolite explanatory request, yelled from the front to the back of the store.

Nice, curated and reasonably priced selection in a cute little shop. Very friendly service.read more

This is the best vintage shop I've been to. All of the clothes are carefully put out and washed,…read moreironed, repaired, etc. before being offered to customers. Sometimes vintage can look costume-y but the owners here have an eye for finding quality fabrics and pieces that you can easily incorporate into a modern wardrobe. I have found some of the most amazing items here and prices are reasonable!

This place is absolutely adorable! We came for a bridal tea party. The owner provided us with a…read morenice rental space, cute tea time dishes, and several yummy dishes. There were also several older books in the store, as this is primarily a book consignment store. If you are looking for a cute place to host a small party, they do that too.

If your looking to buy a used book, the prices are decent and they have a small variety of quite a…read morefew topics. I'm a big fan of science fiction/fantasy and was sadly disappointed that there was only one shelf for me to choose from. That aside, I probably could have easily found something I'd enjoy from their very large array of simply "fiction" books. The plus side, if you'd like a coffee and some quiet time in a little library with your computer, this is definitely the place to go as there is a coffee shop in the next room. Definitely has its own cute little vibe, I'm sure I'll be back.

Hardy Books is a by-appointment only dealer, located within Nevada City. John is one of the…read morekindest, friendliest folks that you will ever come across, and his love of California Literature and books in general is contagious. Setting up an appointment to view the books is not a big deal and he is very flexible with regards to hours or giving you enough time to view the books that you are interested in. His prices are definitely higher than say Ames or Booktown Books, however the quality of his stock is very high and he takes great pride on making sure that all of his books are protected in brodart and in the highest condition possible. I definitely recommend Hardy Books to anyone who has an interest in California History/Literature and who enjoys hunting for that rare or unusual volume. John is a very kind man, very knowledgeable in his own stock and history as well and you will definitely learn aspects of California unique history from him. Highly recommended!

When I'm window shopping in Nevada City I like to stop here. They've got cool things to look at and…read morea nice little kid section in the back for future scientists, nature lovers, and animal lovers. On my last visit I bought a neat looking holographic type book for my son. I think I love it more than him. There was a little scratch on the front cover and the lady at the cash register gave me a small discount for it. I also bought a wood box speaker and when I took it home and charged it up, I found out it didn't work. Nothing wrong with the two wires included, but def an issue with the speaker itself. I called Earth Store up to see about their return policy because I wanted to come and exchange it for another one but I live almost 2 hrs away. The lady graciously offered to send me another one and I didn't have to send the old one back to save money. I received my speaker in a few short days and it works (the box came with one wrong cord but I just used the cord from the first one)!!! I am happy with the above and beyond customer service from this store and will gladly go back when I return to Nevada City one day.

This store is a beautifully curated collection of toys, trinkets, learning materials, projects and…read moreso much more. The interest range is varied, so it's easy to find gifts for everyone on your holiday list, but it's also a great place to visit "just because." I have never left with nothing. The Earth Store is definitely quality-oriented, although I do think it is a tad on the expensive side.

Definitely add this to your list of places to visit while strolling in downtown Nevada City! I'm…read moreso glad that I popped in for a visit to this charming shop. They feature gourmet food items set in delightful surroundings. They also offer freshly prepared sandwiches and more. Alas, we had just come from a big breakfast nearby, so I wasn't hungry. I did purchase several items and had a short chat with the shopkeeper. Just being in the bright, beautifully merchandised space made me feel happy. It contributed to my vacation state of mind, too. Can't wait to try the special garlic blend I purchased there. I definitely wish that they were located closer to us. I'd be stopping in to Garnish very frequently if they were nearby. The whole vibe goes well with a historic building setting. I could see this shop fitting in really well in downtown Ventura or Santa Barbara. They are relatively new in Nevada City, and I wish them all the best. Check out the photos to get a feel for how lovely this shop is visually.

This place is super cute. I got some local garlic pickles that are made in Colfax and I got an…read moreapple galette for my son. The apple pastry was $9 but it looked so good I had to get one to take to him. They do offer coffee there but it is simple so if you like flavors and something complicated maybe skip that part. The store has a great vibe but it is a little pricey.

The bookstore shares space with a coffee shop, so whenever the coffee shop is open for business,…read moreyou can also look for books. The book stock is adequate, and is well organized with the exception of an unmanageably large philosophy/religion/theology section. The other guy's review seems rather unfair -- without knowing the specifics of his situation, it's far more common for a person to think they have a valuable book that's actually worthless (most commonly, with a modern first edition vs. a book club edition) than for a book seller to make a definitively wrong call, although it does happen.

I've owned two collectors' book stores myself and am an inveterate reader…read more Eric Tomes is the most knowledgeable book dealer I have ever met - a friendly and erudite man who will go out of his way to recommend, locate or discuss whatever it is you are interested in.. The attached coffee bar with wi-fi, snacks and comfortable tables makes it an ideal place to meet, play chess or write your great novel.